Issues
Julia Michaels (Pop) Lyrics


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I'm jealous, I'm overzealous
When I'm down, I get real down
When I'm high, I don't come down
I get angry, baby, believe me
I could love you just like that
And I could leave you just this fast

But you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

You do shit on purpose
You get mad and you break things
Feel bad, try to fix things
But you're perfect
Poorly wired circuit
And got hands like an ocean
Push you out, pull you back in

'Cause you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause you see it from same point of view

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

(I got issues, you got 'em too)
And one of them is how bad I need you
(I got issues, you got 'em too)

'Cause I got issues
(I got)
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
(You got 'em too)
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
(I got issues)
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
(You got 'em too)
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
Yeah, I got issues (I got issues)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)




Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you

Overall Meaning

The song "Issues" by Julia Michaels is a ballad that reflects on the imperfections and flaws that each person has in a romantic relationship. The lyrics begin with a confession from the singer about her jealousy, overzealousness, and fluctuating emotions. She acknowledges that she has "issues," but then points out that her partner also has their own set of problems. Nonetheless, instead of dwelling on these flaws, the singer suggests that they should embrace and share them with each other, as they are the cornerstone of their relationship. She emphasizes that only by being accepting and loving each other, they can experience and enjoy the true potential of their love.


In the second half of the song, the singer slightly shifts her perspective and examines her partner's difficulties in the relationship. She argues that even though the partner sometimes messes things up, they are still perfect in their own way. Her partner's issues might seem like poorly wired circuits or oceans, but they are the things she needs in her life. She reassures her partner that she is not there to judge them, but instead, she is there to understand and work together to solve their problems, thus deepening the bond in their relationship.


Overall, "Issues" by Julia Michaels is a love song that celebrates and accepts the imperfections and difficulties that come with a romantic relationship. The song suggests that opening up and sharing vulnerabilities can make the relationship stronger, allowing for a deeper connection between partners.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm jealous, I'm overzealous
I get envious and possessive in relationships.


When I'm down, I get real down
My mood can drastically change when things don't go my way.


When I'm high, I don't come down
When things are going well, I'm on top of the world and it's hard to bring me back down.


I get angry, baby, believe me
I have a short fuse and can easily become irate.


I could love you just like that
I have the capability to love you deeply and quickly.


And I could leave you just this fast
However, my emotions can change rapidly and I may leave just as quickly as I fell in love.


But you don't judge me
You accept me, flaws and all.


'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
If you were to criticize me, I would retaliate by criticizing you as well.


'Cause I got issues
I have my own set of problems and flaws.


But you got 'em too
You also have your own imperfections.


So give 'em all to me
Let's share our problems and help each other work through them.


And I'll give mine to you
I'm willing to be vulnerable and open up about my own issues.


Bask in the glory
Embrace and accept all of our flaws.


Of all our problems
All of our difficulties and imperfections.


'Cause we got the kind of love
Our love is strong enough to withstand these challenges.


It takes to solve 'em
Together, we can work through anything.


You do shit on purpose
You deliberately do things to upset me.


You get mad and you break things
You have a temper and can get physical in moments of anger.


Feel bad, try to fix things
You regret your actions and try to make things right afterward.


But you're perfect
Despite your flaws, you are still perfect to me.


Poorly wired circuit
You have your own set of issues and imperfections.


And got hands like an ocean
You have a powerful grasp that can both push me away and pull me in.


Push you out, pull you back in
I'm drawn to you even when we have difficulties and push each other away.


'Cause you see it from same point of view
You understand me because you have similar issues and challenges.


(I got issues, you got 'em too)
We both have our own problems.


And one of them is how bad I need you
One of my issues is that I feel a strong desire and dependency on you.


So give 'em all to me (You got 'em too)
Let's share our problems and work to solve them together.


Yeah, I got issues (I got)
I have my own challenges to overcome.


And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
One of my issues is that I depend on you in a significant way.


Yeah, I got issues (I got issues)
I have my own set of flaws and challenges to work through.


And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
One of my issues is that I feel a deep sense of need and dependence on you.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Benny Blanco, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen

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@ayangarindy2766

I'm jealous, I'm overzealous
When I'm down, I get real down
When I'm high, I don't come down
I get angry, baby, believe me
I could love you just like that
And I could leave you just as fast

But you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

You do shit on purpose
You get mad and you break things
Feel bad, try to fix things
But you're perfect
Poorly wired circuit
And got hands like an ocean
Push you out, pull you back in

'Cause you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause you see it from the same point of view

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

(I got issues, you got 'em too)
And one of them is how bad I need you
(I got issues, you got 'em too)

'Cause I got issues
(I got)
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
(You got 'em too)
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
(I got issues)
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
(You got 'em too)
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
Yeah, I got issues (I got issues)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you



@lifeofmeg97

***lyrics***
I'm jealous, I'm overzealous
When I'm down, I get real down
When I'm high, I don't come down
I get angry, baby, believe me
I could love you just like that
And I could leave you just as fast

But you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

You do shit on purpose
You get mad and you break things
Feel bad, try to fix things
But you're perfect
Poorly wired circuit
And got hands like an ocean
Push you out, pull you back in

'Cause you don't judge me
'Cause if you did, baby, I would judge you too
No, you don't judge me
'Cause you see it from the same point of view

'Cause I got issues
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
It takes to solve 'em
Yeah, I got issues
And one of them is how bad I need you

(I got issues, you got 'em too)
And one of them is how bad I need you
(I got issues, you got 'em too)

'Cause I got issues
(I got)
But you got 'em too
So give 'em all to me
(You got 'em too)
And I'll give mine to you
Bask in the glory
(I got issues)
Of all our problems
'Cause we got the kind of love
(You got 'em too)
It takes to solve 'em

Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
Yeah, I got issues (I got issues)
And one of them is how bad I need you (You got 'em too)
Yeah, I got issues (I got)
And one of them is how bad I need you



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Love everything about this song

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@dannypadilla

SO FREAKING GOOD. Julia, you are one talented human being.

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IKR omg

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